The Cultural Heritage Series – Episode 6 The Cultural Heritage Series aims to focus episodically on introducing and celebrating singular aspects of Korea’s cultural traditions. In the sixth episode of this series, we focus on Iri Hyangje Julpungnyu which is a piece of instrumental music handed down in Iksan, Jeollabuk-do, depicting the scene of Shakyamuni preaching the Lotus Sutra, […]
Padmashri Bharathi Shivaji, whose name stands as a synonym for Mohiniyattam, is performing LASYA TARANGINI along with her senior students Performance: When: 8pm, 18 December 2021 Where: Shri Aurobindo Auditorium, Bharat Nivas, Auroville Workshop: Introducing the theory and the basics of Mohiniyattam by Bharathi Shivaji, to which all dancers are invited. When: 10 am to 1pm, […]
Feuerschwanz is a German rock/metal group formed in 2004. Their song, Warriors of the World United, is a cover of a song by Man O War. Perhaps one of the greatest musical collaborations this year, Tte song features the German medieval metal group Saltatio Mortis. The combination of the two bands creates a powerful atmosphere […]
Phenomenalindia is a new project by Marco Saroldi about the incredible variety of surrealistic stories you can find in this country. Every week we will publish one of his works.
Calling for Peace Through The Body When: Every morning 7-8am, 11 Dec – 31 Dec, 2021 Where: Pitanga, Auroville
Artists interested in creating inspiring installations with the themes of human unity and community harmony for the coming Auroville Film Festival (Jan 18-23), please contact aurovillefilmfestival@auroville.org.in and marcoavc@auroville.org.in with ‘art installation AVFF’ in the subject line.
Looking Back on 2021 The year 2021 has been a unique year for our planet. We think it will be interesting to see how some artists and painters experienced it through their art work. Please come and feel the stimulus of your own thoughts and feelings about this year 2021. When: 9am-5pm, Mon-Sat, Opening On […]
MULTI MEDIA CENTRE AUDITORIUM (MMC, Town Hall) FRIDAY 17 DECEMBER 2021, 7:30 PM “KLAUS” Animated film Directed by : Sergio PABLOS, Spain, 2019 Synopsis: When Jesper distinguishes himself as the postal academy’s worst student, he is stationed on a frozen island above the Arctic Circle, where the feuding locals hardly exchange words let alone letters. But Jesper discovers […]
On the Occasion of the 5oth Anniversary of the Liberation of BangladeshThe Pavilion of Tibetan Culture invites you to a talk by Lt Gen Ashoke K. Chatterjee, PVSM, VSM, ADC (retd) In 1971, as a Lt Col, Gen Chatterjee actively participated in the operations;he was also present at the Surrender ceremony in Dacca. After the […]
Summary and podcast for this week`s Audible Weed Walk by Nina Sengupta is available HERE. The Kirloskar Vasundhara International Film Festival showcases thought-provoking films about flourishing nature, nutritious food and a healthy society. The free registration and schedule links for: online Kirolskar Vasundhara International Film Festival that starting on 14 December’21 (TODAY) showcasing many films […]
Bharatnivas Cultural Group invites all of us to attend Gujarati Garba Dance class followed by collective garba dance with recorded music. When: 7:30-9:30pm, 14 December 2021 Where: SAWCHU. Bharat Nivas
Develop a Silent Mind, the Foundation for Developing Yogic ConsciousnessA 4-Week Online Course When: 5:30-7:pm, Saturdays, 1 – 29, January 2022 Where: Online Apply Now: purnamlabs.auroville.org/anahata
A lot of new podcasts last week. Enjoy and stay tuned Here you can listen to the stream channell (playing 24/7). Here you can see on-air schedules. Last published podcasts: Audible Weed Walk – Ep.68 “Grains to get out of the blues and films about food” (Food education) Interview with Loretta (City Life) PAPY THE BOOMER […]
On the Occasion of Sri Aurobindo’s 150th Birth Anniversary“The End of a Rational Age” Devdip concludes his exploration of Sri Aurobindo’s social and political philosophy with a series of 3 presentations based on the final chapters of Sri Aurobindo’s The Human Cycle and The Life Divine. When: 5pm, 23 December 2021 Where: Bhumika Hall, Bharat […]
Pondicherry Art Akademy Presents: “3RD NATIONAL PAINTING EXHIBITION 2021”(A Group Show of 85 Senior & Upcoming Indian Artists) When: Inauguration: Sunday, 19th Dec at 4.30pmOpening hours: 10:00am to 5:00pm (Sunday open) Exhibition: 19th – 28th Dec 2021 Where: Kalakendra Art Gallery
A conversation on the adaptability and evolution of food in medieval, modern and contemporary India, a sub-theme of Marg‘s new issue Asian Connections: Art, Food, Clothing, Shelter. The discussion will question claims to purity by referring to the indisputable presence of Asian flavours in India’s vast culinary heritage within the larger context of the unifying power of food. When: […]
Watch LIVE- Third round (Zonal Level) of Vande Bharatam event. Some tribal dances are very beautiful and authentic. https://www.facebook.com/indiaculture.goi/videos/326381602385493/?extid=CL-UNK-UNK-UNK-AN_GK0T-GK1C
One of the heavier, more anthemic songs from Arions’s latest album Vultures Die Alone. The song is about perseverance in the face of adversity. Strong and steady verse leading to a large anthemic chorus contribute to the overarching theme of carrying on and refusing to give up. Lead guitarist and songwriter Iivo Kaipainen stated that […]
Phenomenalindia is a new project by Marco Saroldi about the incredible variety of surrealistic stories you can find in this country. Every week we will publish one of his works.
MULTI MEDIA CENTRE AUDITORIUM (MMC, Town Hall) FRIDAY 10 DECEMBER 2021, 7:30 PM “PRATIDWANDI” (The Adversary) Directed by Satyajit RAY, India, 1970 With: Dhritiman Chatterjee, Asgar Ali, Arabinda Banerjee Synopsis: Satyajit Ray adapted Pratidwandi from the novel of the same name by veteran Bengali writer Sunil Gangopadhyay. Siddhartha Chowdhury, a brilliant medical student, is forced to leave his studies […]
We are proud to announce that this edition will be hosted both inside Auroville as well as on an online platform courtesy Shift72 and AVI USA. If you would like to help, please email with “volunteer” in the subject line. If you are open for hosting a visiting filmmaker, please email us with “stay” in […]
Artists interested in doing an installation for the Auroville Film Festival, please contact aurovillefilmfestival@auroville.org.in and marcoavc@auroville.org.in with ‘art installation AVFF’ in the subject line.
A lot of new podcasts last week. Enjoy and stay tuned Here you can listen to the stream channell (playing 24/7). Here you can see on-air schedules. Last published podcasts: Yoga Nidra – Intensive week Ep.1 (Wellness) Soul Tracks – Se.3 Ep.4 “All for one and one for all free for all” (Music) Audible Weed Walk – Ep.67 […]
August Timmermans (Guus) is an ex-Aurovilian who lived here from 1977 to 1985. He worked on the Matrimandir construction and later co-managed the Matrimandir Nursery. August Timmermans explores the beauty of nature, our habitats and the people through his lens telling a story through a new entry in Colorful Vignettes called: One Who Sings with […]
As published in The Indian Express: December 1, 2021 7:01:28 pm Emami Art is hosting an ensemble exhibition of contemporary ceramics, “Bhū: The act of becoming”, at the Kolkata Centre for Creativity until December 12, 2021. The exhibition features works of 11 established as well as emerging artists with a diverse range of visual languages […]
